The addition of propene with HOCl proceeds via the addition of:

Options

A. `H^(+)` in the first step
B. `Cl^(+)` in the first step
C. `OH^(-)` in the first step
D. `Cl^(+) and OH^(-)` in a single step

Answer

B

Explanation

Reaction mechanism is via electrophilic addition following Markownikoff’s rule. Hence + Cl will attack in the first step.